1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 74 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1995 Plymouth Prowler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Prowler | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Prowler | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
